The Alabama A&M Bulldogs (2-25, 2-12 SWAC), who are currently riding a 10-game losing streak, will try to get back in the win column when they head to Health & PE Center to go head-to-head with the Texas Southern Tigers (8-19, 8-6 SWAC). Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 24, 2018.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs vs. Texas Southern Tigers Odds Preview
In the Bulldogs last contest, they lost to the Southern University Jaguars, 60-50. Arthur Johnson put together a good game for Alabama A&M, leading both teams in scoring with 22 points on 8-for-14 shooting. Southern University had an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.5 (above their season average of 33.0). Alabama A&M, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 13.5 (better than their season average of 21.3).
The Tigers are hoping for a better outcome after their 62-61 loss to the UAPB Golden Lions in their last outing. Demontrae Jefferson was the games high scorer with 25 points on 9-for-11 shooting. UAPB had an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.0 (above their season average of 23.5). Texas Southern, on the other hand, had a better free throw rate (0.229 vs. 0.151).
Conflicting tempos will be on display in this battle. Texas Southern has preferred a fast-paced style of play (67th in possessions per game), while Alabama A&M has been more methodical (253rd in possessions per game).
Donte Clark has been excellent over the last five games for Texas Southern, averaging 24.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game.
These teams have already met once this season. The Tigers won 58-56. The Tigers played a nearly perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.240 and a turnover percentage of 18.2. For those same stats, the Bulldogs put up marks of 0.170 and 23.3, respectively. Brian Carey had a stellar game, with 12 points.
Alabama A&M Bulldogs at Texas Southern Tigers Free Prediction
Free Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Texas Southern, ATS Winner – Texas Southern, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- The Tigers rank 146th in rebounds per game (35.6) while the Bulldogs rank 211th in rebounds allowed per game (36.3).
- Alabama A&M ranks 214th in assists allowed per game (14.8) while Texas Southern ranks 248th (16.0).
- Texas Southern ranks 42nd in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Alabama A&M ranks 195th (7.5).
- The Tigers rank 84th in blocks per game (3.8) while the Bulldogs rank 230th (1.4).
- Alabama A&M ranks 33rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.1) while Texas Southern ranks 157th (22.2).
Betting Trends:
- The Tigers average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.2, down from 6.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bulldogs have scored an average of 57.8 points per game (1.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (2.6 below their season average).
